Episode 214 - (Part II) The Curds Are Your Only Friend with Eamon Rockey

This episode features Eamon Rockey, creator of Rockey's Botanical Liqueur, who shares his expertise on milk punch and the journey of creating his unique liqueur. Rockey debunks the misconception that curds are the enemy in milk punch clarification, explaining how they actually form a crucial protein matrix when using a porous filter like a pillowcase. He also details how he transitioned from making milk punch as a cocktail to formulating Rockey's as a versatile modifier, designed to enhance a wide range of spirits due to its balanced sweetness and acidity. Rockey emphasizes the liqueur's versatility, noting its ability to complement various cocktails without disrupting their existing harmony, and shares his efforts to expand the brand.